McPherson News

K-State Launches Effort to Heighten Digital Literacy in Kansas

Monday, September 23

By Pat Melgares, K-State News MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University is establishing a program to improve broadband access for thousands of Kansans, helping them navigate the digital economy more safely and successfully.The Digital Ambassador program is currently being piloted in the West Plains... Read More.

KFB Legal Foundation Awards Rural Law Practice Grants to Three Attorneys

Sunday, September 22

By the Kansas Farm Bureau MANHATTAN, Kan. — The Kansas Farm Bureau (KFB) Legal Foundation has named three new attorneys as recipients of the organization’s Rural Law Practice Grants.Paige Harding, Clarissa Ratzlaff and Jack Roenne are eligible to receive up to $16,500... Read More.

Peoples Bank and Trust Promotes Terry Riemann to Chief Financial Officer

Friday, September 20

By Peoples Bank and TrustMcPHERSON, Kan. — Peoples Bank and Trust is excited to announce the promotion of Terry Riemann to the Leadership Team as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Terry has been an invaluable member of Peoples Bank and Trust since 2006, most recently... Read More.

David Nutt Fund Reaches $2,000,000 Released | Sponsors Street Dance in Lindsborg

Thursday, September 19

By the McPherson County Community Foundation LINDSBORG, Kan. — The David J. Nutt Fund will be sponsoring the Street Dance in Lindsborg. The event will be taking place on Saturday, Sept. 21 beginning at 7:30 p.m. This sponsorship will cover the cost of the band... Read More.

Support the City of McPherson’s Fifth Annual “Lights From the Heartland” in Lakeside Park

Wednesday, September 18

By Wayne Burns, City of McPherson Public Lands and Facilities Director McPHERSON, Kan. — When individuals INVEST IN OUR COMMUNITY, powerful results happen!In particular, the City of McPherson is grateful for local businesses and Individuals who are essential in developing city programs and facilities. Business... Read More.

OSHA Heeds Sen. Moran & Colleagues’ Call to Protect Volunteer Firefighters from Burdensome Regulations

Wednesday, September 18

OSHA Reevaluating Proposed Rule & its Impact on Volunteer Fire Departments By the Office of U.S. Senator for Kansas Jerry Moran WASHINGTON D.C. — This week, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) responded to calls from Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and his colleagues to reevaluate... Read More.

MC Jazz Band Earns KMEA Selection

Wednesday, September 18

By McPherson College McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson College band received the highest distinction for a college band in Kansas by being selected to perform at this year’s Kansas Music Educators Association (KMEA) state convention in February. The milestone is even more significant since the... Read More.

ReUse It Center September Donations

Wednesday, September 18

By the ReUse It Center McPHERSON, Kan. — The ReUse It Center was able to donate $2,750.00 this month thanks to the shoppers and volunteers!! Organizations donated to this month: Mennonite Central CommitteeMennonite Central Committee is a global, nonprofit organization that strives to share God’s love and... Read More.

USD 418 BOE Adopts Resolution Setting Property Tax Levy that Raises Property Tax Dollars for 2024-25 School Year

Tuesday, September 17

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — No members of the public spoke at McPherson USD 418's Revenue Neutral Rate or Budget hearings Monday night, following which the Board of Education adopted the resolution to set a property tax levy that would raise more property tax... Read More.

McPherson County Commission Approves Proposal to Designate One Mile Road Segment to New Gottland Township

Tuesday, September 17

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — A proposal to designate a one mile road segment in New Gottland Township as a minimum maintenance road was approved by McPherson County Commissioners Monday. The township asked designation 13th Avenue between Pioneer and Pueblo Roads, the mile... Read More.

McPherson Commissioners Award Bids for Rehab of Two Homes Funded through a 2022 Community Development Block Grant

Tuesday, September 17

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — On Tuesday McPherson City Commission awarded bids for rehabilitation of two homes funded through a 2022 Community Development Block Grant. The bids for 1022 South Chestnut and 901 South Walnut were both awarded to New Windows for America at... Read More.

Tree Donation to Enhance McPherson’s Lakeside Park

Monday, September 16

By Kansas Gas Service McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson, Kansas, long recognized as a “Tree City USA” for effective urban forest management, will soon benefit from the addition of 15 Sugar Maple trees in the city’s Lakeside Park. The donation from Kansas Gas Service, in partnership... Read More.